Polish Black Metal Force PATRIARKH, Formerly Batushka, Drop New Single “ВЕРШАЛИН II” + Audio Visualizer

Polish black metal icons PATRIARKH (formerly Batushka), centered around singer/mastermind Bartłomiej Krysiuk, continue their conceptual album with the release of their new single “ВЕРШАЛИН II” (Lat. WIERSZALIN II). Accompanied by an audio visualizer video, the official video will be released shortly after. The song perfectly blends heavy doom metal with black metal, seamlessly merging folk instruments and captivating choirs’ merges with beautifully arranged string instruments, building an eerie tension accentuated by engaging growls.

Taken from the upcoming studio album 'ПРОРОК ИЛИЯ' (Lat. PROROK ILJA), out on January 3, 2025 via Napalm Records, PATRIARKH returns with a clear and fresh vision! The album, spanning eight brand-new tracks, delves into the true story of Eliasz Klimowicz, the enigmatic Prophet Ilja. Set against the dramatic historical backdrop of the 1930s and ’40s,PATRIARKH masterfully transforms these events into dark yet mesmerizing atmospheres, interwoven with their deeply rooted Eastern Orthodox traditions. Building on the critical success of 'Hospodi' (2019) and relentless global touring, PATRIARKH shows no signs of slowing down, with countless live shows lined up for this and the coming year.

Pre-order your copy of 'ПРОРОК ИЛИЯ' (Lat. PROROK ILJA) now and immerse yourself in the next chapter of their saga. Watch the captivating video for “ВЕРШАЛИН II” (Lat. WIERSZALIN II) below!

PATRIARKH about the new single “ВЕРШАЛИН II”:

"‘Wierszalin II’ explores the theme of revelation, highlighting the significant role of the Mother of God as a symbolic sign within the piece. It reflects an anointing that accompanies the prophet's message, functioning as a prayer imbued with purpose. This hymn is associated with the Prophet Ilya, encapsulating his expressions of worship, praise, and gratitude for the opportunity to serve and glorify heaven through his work. Ultimately, the song emphasizes the connection between divine revelation and the prophet's mission, which ends in failure.”

Check out the audio visualizer for

“ВЕРШАЛИН II” (Lat. WIERSZALIN II) Below:napa

Reborn PATRIARKH (formerly Batushka) returns with

a masterpiece of arcane black metal!

'ПРОРОК ИЛИЯ' details a true story that happened in the band’s home area of Podlasie, in the village of Grzybowszczyzna, in the 1930s and 40s. The album takes the listener into the world of Eliasz Klimowicz, the titular Prophet Ilja, an illiterate peasant who was the leader of the Orthodox Grzybowska Sect, active until the 1960s, cultivating and transmitting the history of the self-proclaimed prophet. PATRIARKH spread their gospel by using an arsenal of folk instruments, such as tagelharpa, mandolin, mandocello, hurdy-gurdy, and stringed dulcimer, and worked with a symphony orchestra and choirs to give their new creations the most organic and vivid feeling possible. As is trademark with PATRIARKH’s music, Orthodox sacredness is mixed with black and doom metal, now largely enriched with folk music, neo-dark folk, and even film music. The band utilizes the entire palette of Orthodox music, venturing into the areas of Byzantine monody, liturgical chant, and Russian polyphony, neatly adapting folk and liturgical melodies to their own style. 

PATRIARKH on the new album:

“With this new release, we are starting a new chapter in our history - not only is our name changing, but our music is also undergoing a natural evolution. The story on the album encouraged us to get out of our comfort zone, we reached for means that we had not used before in our music. Many of you will wonder if this is still black metal? Or is it even metal? Radio play, audiobook, theater, film soundtrack, folk music, performance... All these terms will fit here. Some will hate, others will love...”

The lyrical side of 'ПРОРОК ИЛИЯ' is an interesting mix of theater and pastoralism. PATRIARKH uses fragments of texts from the theater play "Prorok Ilja" and draws from the messages contained in the works of Włodzimierz Pawluczuk, combining it with folk and liturgical texts. On 'ПРОРОК ИЛИЯ,' listeners can hear various languages – and Polish for the first time ever! The album was recorded in January and May 2024 at Tall Pine Records (Behemoth, Zalewski, Afromental), Heinrich House (Behemoth, Vesania, Hate), Wem Studio (Kasa Chorych, Lukasyno, Cira), and Radio Białystok studio. Mixing and mastering was handled by Wojciech Wiesławski at Hertz Studio (Vader, Behemoth, Decapitated), and production was helmed by band mastermind and leading vocalist Bartłomiej "Варфоломей" Krysiuk. “ПРОРОК ИЛИЯ is an album full of emotions, sentimentalism and folklore. It’s pastoral, lyrical, epic, multidimensional, and multicolored, just like my Podlasie is multicolored,” says Варфоломей. Dive into the deepest of all shadows with this black metal masterpiece and join PATRIARKH on this intriguing ride!

Pre-Order Your Copy of 'ПРОРОК ИЛИЯ' NOW:

PATRIARKH are:

ВАРФОЛОМИЕЙ – Vocals

ЛЕХ - Drums

МОНАХ ТАРЛАХАН - Guitars

МОНАХ БОРУТА - Guitars

АРХАНГЕЛ МИХАИЛ - Guitars

ХИАЦЫНТОС ЯЦА - Choir

ЯЗЫЧНИК – Choir

Arch Enemy Share Video For Title Track "Blood Dynasty" — WATCH

Swedish extreme metal pioneers ARCH ENEMY have unleashed the title track from their forthcoming twelfth studio album, Blood Dynasty. The full album is slated for release on March 28 via Century Media Records. Pre-order Blood Dynasty here.

Following the surprise drop of their single "Dream Stealer" in July and the subsequent release of "Liars & Thieves" in October, "Blood Dynasty" marks the third single offering from the highly anticipated album. The track promises to deliver Arch Enemy's signature blend of powerful guitar riffs and dynamic vocals, showcasing the band's evolution while staying true to their roots.

Founder and guitarist Michael Amott shares, "The third single from our upcoming album has arrived, and it's the title track: 'Blood Dynasty!' This one shifts gears from the fast and furious energy of our two recent singles, diving deeper into melody and atmosphere. Immerse yourself in this dystopian soundscape!"

"Blood Dynasty" was mixed by Jens Bogren and mastered by Tony Lindgren at Fascination Street Studios. The video was directed and produced by Mirko Witzki at Witzki Visions.

Listen to the single "Blood Dynasty" here and watch the official music video below.

Blood Dynasty marks Arch Enemy's 12th studio album. The record features 11 new tracks full of the band's signature powerful guitar riff and guttural force.

Pre-order Arch Enemy's new album Blood Dynasty here.

Next to the limited deluxe editions that feature two exclusive bonus tracks, fans can direct their attention to the Ltd. Liquid Blood Vinyl that is exclusively available in the band stores and limited to 666 copies.

In support of the new album, Arch Enemy has announced the European "Blood Dynasty" 2025 Tour, commencing on October 10, 2025, in Stuttgart, Germany, and concluding on November 15, 2025, in Düsseldorf, Germany. The tour will feature special guests Amorphis, Eluveitie, and Gatecreeper.

For more information and tickets visit here.

ARCH ENEMY ARE:
Alissa White-Gluz — Vocals 
Michael Amott — Guitars 
Joey Concepcion — Guitars 
Sharlee D'Angelo — Bass 
Daniel Erlandsson — Drums

TAK MATSUMOTO GROUP New Album 'TMG II' OUT NOW via Frontiers Music Srl

TAK MATSUMOTO GROUP (TMG), the internationally acclaimed project formed by guitar virtuoso Tak Matsumoto, returns with the new album 'TMG II,' out now via Frontiers Music Srl.

After a 20-year hiatus, TMG returns with original members Tak Matsumoto (guitarist and member of the Japanese rock superstars B’z), Jack Blades (Night Ranger), and Eric Martin(Mr. Big), reigniting the powerhouse trio’s signature rock sound. Originally launched in 2004, TMG wowed fans worldwide with their unique fusion of hard-hitting rock and oriental influences. Now, after two decades, they’re set to do it all again.

Tak Matsumoto explains how the project came to life:

“Twenty-one years ago, I met Jack and Eric at The Fillmore in San Francisco. I suggested we collaborate, and that’s how TMG was born. We came together in LA to write our first single, 'OH JAPAN', which sparked the creation of our debut album, 'TMG I', and an incredible tour throughout Japan, ending with a memorable performance at the Budokan. Though we’ve stayed in touch, life pulled us in different directions, and two decades slipped by. In 2022, I reached out with a proposal to reunite.

“Now, in 2024, TMG has completed our latest album, 'TMG II,' featuring the talented drummer Matt Sorum. We’re excited to share this album, a blend of Japanese and American musical sensibilities. We hope you enjoy it!”, adds Matsumoto.

Buy / Listen to 'TMG II' HERE

About the new album, Jack Blades comments:

“'TMG ll' has a fresh and alive feel born out of the friendship and camaraderie that Tak, Ericand I share with each other. Throw in a healthy dose of my good buddy Matt Sorum on drums and you have a hell of a recipe for some seriously kick ass rock n roll. The songs tell the stories, the music rocks the soul, and woven throughout the fabric is the amazing guitar playing of Tak Matsumoto---a true “Guitar Hero”. Enjoy the ride!”

“I was the singer of the Tak Matsumoto group in 2004. We had an incredible experience, writing / recording a heavy melodic hard rock state of the art sounding record that went platinum, sold out tour all over Japan, It was perfect timing and one of the biggest highlights of my life”, states Eric Martin.

“Tak Matsumoto is the guitarist, main composer, producer of B’z!, the best music selling Rock act in Japan! So here we are, 20 years later… This time we have powerhouse drummer Matt Sorum from Guns & Roses /Velvet Revolver/ The Cult and B’z support guitarist / chorus Yukihide ‘YT’ Takiyama to round out the group”, continues Martin. “'TMG ll' has got a Japanese / American rock feel to it and it’s badass. We are on tour right now in Japan and killing it. I am hanging with the coolest musicians on the planet… Life is good. The record… is really good!”

Tak Matsumoto originally formed TMG in 2004, bringing together rock legends Eric Martinand Jack Blades. Their debut album, 'TMG I,' was a smash hit, topping the Oricon National Chart and spawning the single “Oh Japan – Our Time Is Now”, which became a theme song for Japanese television.

The group embarked on a sold-out tour across Japan, culminating in a legendary finale at the Nippon Budokan. TMG’s blend of Eastern and Western rock influences resonated with fans and critics alike, making them a force to be reckoned with in the world of hard rock.

This new work not only features Matsumoto's solid and delicate guitar playing, but also Eric Martin's vocals, which emotionally sing fantastic melodies, and Jack Blades' bass lines, which aggressively liven up the song.

Listening to the album, the fans have the impression that the past 20 years, in which each member has continued to be active, was not a hiatus for the band, but a preparation period for the unique TMG rock sound to gain even more power: a full-fledged 2nd album!

The recording line-up for this album includes Matt Sorum, (Guns N' Roses and Velvet Revolver) on drums, and Yukihide “YT” Takiyama, who is well known for recording and live support for B'z, on guitar and arrangements.

The album opener “Crash Down Love” has an impressive and catchy melody that seems to symbolize the new TMG sound, while “Guitar Hero”, whose lyrics were written by Jack Blades with Tak in mind, maybe the best example of the new sound for the international markets.

“I was able to create a truly exciting and convincing piece of work with my wonderful band members”, says Tak. The Japanese metal stars BABYMETAL, appear as a special guest in a killer and groovy Dance-Metal song “Eternal Flames” and their duet with Eric Martin is truly unique and pleasant.

TMG are:

Tak Matsumoto - Guitar

Jack Blades - Bass & Vocal

Eric Martin – Vocal

Matt Sorum - Drums

Swedish Rockers SPIDERS Release New Single "What's Your Game (Miss Insane)" + Music Video

Swedish rock powerhouse SPIDERS are thrilled to announce the release of the dynamic single “What’s Your Game (Miss Insane)”, which is accompanied by a captivating new music video.

Known for their gritty, high-octane sound, SPIDERS have always drawn deeply from the well of classic rock ‘n’ roll. With their upcoming album 'Sharp Objects', the band expands their sonic palette, infusing elements of early 80s new wave and garage rock to create an album that feels both timeless and refreshingly modern.

The release of their second single “What’s Your Game (Miss Insane)” marks another milestone for the band. The single, with its relentless energy and catchy hooks, captures the essence of SPIDERS' musical ethos: bold, unapologetic, and bursting with personality. The accompanying video elevates the experience, delivering a visual feast that perfectly complements the track's raw edge and electrifying spirit.

Ann-Sofie comments on the song:

"Everybody knows a Miss Insane and everybody is a Miss insane now and then. We all need them, we all love them, we all hate them but what would life be without a Miss Insane now and then.

"What's Your Game...?"

Watch the Video for "What's Your Game (Miss Insane) below.

SPIDERS' sound is deeply rooted in classic rock 'n' roll however this new album offers something fresh, weaving together influences from the early 80s' new wave and garage rock scenes. 'Sharp Objects' takes listeners on a sonic journey – from the legendary Truckstop Alaska in Gothenburg, across New York’s iconic Bleecker Street, through London’s vibrant Soho, and back again. Along the way, you'll encounter a musical landscape where the spirit of bands like The Faces, Dead Boys, Fred Cole, and Bikini Kill lives on, while a rebellious Debbie Harry gives a defiant nod to the present.

Founded in 2012, SPIDERS quickly made their mark with their debut album 'Flash Point' and continued to build their reputation with follow-ups 'Shake Electric' (2014) and 'Killer Machine' (2018). Over the years, they’ve toured extensively, bringing their electrifying performances to rock clubs and festival stages across Europe and the United States.

With 'Sharp Objects', SPIDERS is set to push boundaries, offering a record that blends grit, attitude, and a deep respect for rock’s past and future.

In partnership with the legendary Wild Kingdom Records, SPIDERS is ready to carve a new chapter in rock history.

Pre-Save 'Sharp Objects' HERE

TROLLFEST Unleash New "Doomsday Christmas Song" + Lyric Video

Norwegian folk metal band TROLLFEST are spreading unconventional holiday cheer with the release of their latest single, "Doomsday Christmas Song."

Equal parts festive and thought-provoking, the track blends the band’s signature chaos with a timely message about the rising anxieties in today’s world. Can we still find joy in celebration amid uncertainty, or are we witnessing the end of merriment as we know it? This song’s infectious melodies and clever lyrics make it a standout holiday anthem for December. In addition to the release of the single, TROLLFEST have released a lyric video, available to view below.

Guitarist, Mr Seidel comments:

"No one wanted or needed it, but the folly of mankind has forced our hand! We present to you a catchy, timely Christmas track that captures the world’s rising anxieties and a sense of looming uncertainty. With doomsday seemingly closer, this song asks if we can still find the joy to celebrate Christmas and look forward to a brighter New Year. Perfectly positioned to be December’s earworm, it balances holiday cheer with a thought-provoking twist on the season’s spirit."

Watch the Lyric Video for "Doomsday Christmas Song" below

TROLLFEST will be hitting the stage in 2025, starting with their appearance on 70,000 Tons of Metal (January 30 – February 3). Following the cruise, TROLLFEST will tour North America as part of the “Folkfest of the North” tour, alongside Korpiklaani, Ensiferum and NiNi. The tour kicks off February 27th in Boston, MA, and wraps up March 30th in Brooklyn, NY. A complete list of dates can be found below.

Folkfest of the North Tour

w/ Korpiklaani, Ensiferum, and NiNi:

02/27: Boston, MA @ Brighton Music Hall

02/28: Quebec City, QC @ Salle Montaigne

03/01: Montreal, QC @ Beanfield

03/02: Ottawa, ON @ Overflow

03/03: Toronto, ON @ The Concert Hall

03/04: Columbus, OH @ King of Clubs

03/05: Pontiac, MI @ Crofoot

03/06: Chicago, IL @ Outset

03/07: Minneapolis, MN @ Skyway Theatre

03/08: Des Moines, IA @ Wooly’s

03/09: Denver, CO @ Gothic Theatre

03/11: Salt Lake City, UT @ Metro Music Hall

03/13: Sacramento, CA @ Goldfield Roseville

03/14: San Francisco, CA @ Great American Music Hall

03/15: Los Angeles, CA @ Regent Theater

03/16: San Diego, CA @ House of Blues

03/17: Phoenix, AZ @ Nile

03/18: Albuquerque, NM @ Sunshine

03/20: Oklahoma City, OK @ Beer City Music Hall

03/21: Dallas, TX @ Granada

03/22: Austin, TX @ Come and Take It Live

03/23: Houston, TX @ Warehouse Live

03/25: Tampa, FL @ Orpheum

03/26: Atlanta, GA @ Masquerade Heaven

03/27: Greensboro, NC @ Hangar 1819

03/28: Baltimore, MD @ Baltimore Soundstage

03/29: Mechanicsburg, PA @ Lovedraft’s

03/30: Brooklyn, NY @ Brooklyn Monarch

TROLLFEST are:

Jostein "Trollmannen" Austvik – Vocals

John "Mr. Seidel" Sagstad – Guitars

Eirik "Trollbank" Renton – Drums, Bouzouki

Dag "Drekka Dag" Stiberg – Saxophone

Alexander "Böesse Basshöl" Bøe – Bass

Kai "Fjernkontrollet" Renton – Accordion, Keyboards

Fabian "Fabio Grimdrap" Jiru – Guitars

Bjørn "Kjellkjé" Rønnow – Drums

About TROLLFEST:

Since forming in 2003, TROLLFEST has carved a unique niche in the metal scene with their high-energy fusion of folk instrumentation and relentless metal riffs. Known for their theatrical stage presence and eccentric sense of humor, the band has become a staple of the folk metal genre. Their music combines traditional Norwegian folk elements with global influences, creating a colorful sound that is unmistakably their own. TROLLFEST’s lyrical themes often revolve around mythology, storytelling, and a hearty dose of absurdity, making them a fan favorite at festivals and live shows worldwide.

you, infinite (Feat. Members Of This Will Destroy You) Announce Debut Album + Single "Throughlines"

You, infinite, the new project from This Will Destroy You founding members, have announced the release of their self-titled debut full-length on February 28, 2025 through Berlin's Pelagic Records.

you, infinite reunites Jeremy Galindo and Raymond Brown, founders of acclaimed instrumental outfit This Will Destroy You, in a new collaborative project. After departing TWDY to pursue a career in medicine, Brown continued to write music while establishing a successful practice in Austin, Texas. During the pandemic, he accumulated a collection of melodies and ideas which he shared with Galindo, sparking a renewed creative partnership. Separated by distance, with Galindo in Los Angeles and Brown in Austin, the duo began to exchange ideas digitally in order to shape the foundations of you, infinite's electronic-edged, panoramic post-rock sound.

Between 2021 and 2024, the two came together in person to refine the pieces and ultimately to finalize the album. Working with Andrew Hernandez, who recorded and mixed the album in the summer of 2024, Brown and Galindo were joined by Johnnie McBryde, Ethan Billips, and Nicholas Huft, all current members of Galindo's TWDY lineup, in order to truly bring the album to life.

As the lead single, "Throughlines" is the first you, infinite music shared with the world and it’s a delicate yet decisive declaration. A tender balance of piano warmth, shimmering guitars and rousing, anthemic percussion; "Throughlines" nurtures an intimate nostalgia for lives since lived whilst also conjuring wordless courage for whatever lies ahead.

"Throughlines" is out now. Listen below.

A modern successor to TWDY's own seminal S/T release, you, infinite is a reflection on over 15 years of growth and experience, both as bandmates together and as friends apart. A reimagined and reinvigorated approach to the sound they once pioneered, as you, infinite Galindo and Brown are charting a new course across a familiar yet altogether different landscape; honouring their past whilst boldly forging ahead into places unknown.

you, infinite is due to be released on the February 28. Pre-order it here.

NECKBREAKKER - Release Debut Album 'Within The Viscera' + New Single 'Absorption'

This past Friday saw vicious death metal unit NECKBREAKKER release their debut album, Within The Viscera, via Nuclear Blast Records. To celebrate the release, the band have revealed a lyric video for latest single 'Absorption', a cut-throat assault of razor wire riffs and thunderous, explosive drums.

On the release of their debut album, the band comment: 

"We are extremely proud to finally release our debut album Within The Viscera. A lot of time and hard work has been put in to this record, both by us and our team, and to say we’re proud is an understatement. Alongside the album we’re stoked to share the lyric video for the track Absorption."

Pre-order and pre-save Within The Viscera now at: https://neckbreakker.bfan.link/witv

NECKBREAKKER is
Christoffer Kofoed - Vocals
Joakim Kaspersen - Guitar
Johan Lundvig - Guitar
Sebastian Knoblauch - Bass
Anton 'Hajn' Bregendorf - Drums

Melodic Metal Powerhouse THE FERRYMEN Announces New Album 'Iron Will' Out January 24, 2025 via Frontiers Music SRL

Melodic metal powerhouse THE FERRYMEN (Magnus Karlsson, Ronnie Romero, and Mike Terrana) are thrilled to announce the release of their new studio album, 'Iron Will,' set for release on January 24, 2025, via Frontiers Music Srl.

To get a taste of what’s to come, they’ve shared the first single and accompanying video for the title track, which is available now.

Watch the Official Video for “Iron Will” below

Guitarist Magnus Karlsson expresses his excitement for the release:

“It’s pure fire creating metal with legends like Ronnie and Mike! These tracks hit hard with unrelenting power, but there’s this raw, emotional edge woven into the heaviness that I can’t get enough of. Heavy, honest, and straight from the soul—that’s the vibe we’re bringing”.

“As usual, I just loved singing over Magnus/The Ferrymen songs!! As a singer there is nothing better to work on melodies and lyrics that inspire your performance, but also in real life day by day, and that’s something I strongly believe the fans of the band like the most of this project. 



Can’t wait for everybody to listen what, once again, is a strong melodic yet heavy album that I am very proud of”, adds vocalist Ronnie Romero.

Pre-Order 'Iron Will' HERE

The Ferrymen, the powerhouse trio formed by Swedish guitarist, songwriter, and producer Magnus Karlsson (Primal Fear, Magnus Karlsson's Free Fall), dynamic vocalist Ronnie Romero (Lords of Black, Sunstorm, Rainbow), and thunderous drummer Mike Terrana (Rage, Axel Rudi Pell), have solidified their place among European melodic metal fans with three acclaimed albums. Now, they're gearing up for their fourth: 'Iron Will'.

On 'Iron Will,' the band once again blends classic heavy metal with modernized songwriting, delivering an intense and refreshed sound. This album is a pure adrenaline rush for melodic heavy metal fans, packed with epic structures and soaring melodies.

The music is quintessential Ferrymen: heavy, melodic, and masterfully crafted. Karlsson’s signature songwriting shines through with intricate, robust arrangements, complemented by Romero’s commanding vocals and Terrana’s explosive drumming.

The album starts with “Choke Hold,” transitioning from an emotional intro into a massive melodic metal anthem. Tracks like “Mother Unholy,” “Adrenaline,” and the closer, “You’re the Joker,” highlight the trio’s unmatched synergy and musicianship.

With stunning cover art by Stan W. Decker, 'Iron Will' promises to be a defining moment for THE FERRYMEN and a must-hear for metal fans in 2025!

THE FERRYMEN are:

Ronnie Romero - Vocals

Mike Terrana - Drums

Magnus Karlsson - Guitars

HANABIE. Release New EP 'Bucchigiri Tokyo' + New Music Video "Ito Okashi My Type" via Sony Music Japan

Harajuku-core trailblazers HANABIE. have released their new EP 'Bucchigiri Tokyo' and the official music video for their latest track "Ito Okashi My Type". When asked about the inspiration behind the EP, vocalist Yukina shared:

"The theme of this EP is "Tokyo" the birthplace of our music. Each track is pure chaos and pop, bursting with everything that makes HANABIE. unique! It’s a work that delivers total satisfaction—like a full-course meal for your ears. We love the word "Bucchigiri" for its strong sound and energy. With this EP, we want to go bucchigiri from Tokyo to the world!"

HANABIE. vocalist and guitarist Matsuri commented:

"This album was created with great care, cherishing both the raw passion of our early days and how we've evolved to where we are now! With all the activities in Japan and the many overseas tours we embarked on, 2024 has been an incredible year, and I believe this EP is the culmination of it all. Centered around the theme of "Tokyo" it’s filled with love, so I hope you'll listen to it over and over again!"

Bassist Hettsu also shared:

"Over the past year, traveling around the world has made me appreciate Tokyo even more! This EP was created through those emotions and each track feels like its own protagonist, packed with songs that are truly worth listening to. Let’s listen to this EP and charge full throttle in life!"

Drummer Chika stated:

"I've been with HANABIE. as their drummer, Chika, for about a year and a half now also since moving to Tokyo finally gotten used to life here. So now what I believe is perfect timing, I arranged all the drum parts for the tracks on this EP! It's a collection of six incredibly diverse songs, so I hope you'll listen to the whole EP! By the way, don't you think "Bucchigiri" is such a fun word to say?"

The band has previously dropped "OTAKU Lovely Densetsu" and their most recent banger, "Metamorphose!", which together have amassed nearly 3 million views on YouTube and over 2.6 million streams on Spotify alone. 'Bucchigiri Tokyo' is available now on all streaming platforms at the link here, and watch the music video for "Ito Okashi My Type" here or in the thumbnail below. Furthermore, the band will also have a new track "Oishii Survivor" featured as the opening theme song for the upcoming anime series 'Momentary Lily'streaming next year (Japanese trailer here). Be sure to stay tuned for more HANABIE. news coming in early 2025.

HANABIE. is:

Yukina

Matsuri

Hettsu

Chika

Post-punk / Darkwave pioneers PINK TURNS BLUE reveal profound single 'Black Swan (But I Know There Is More to Life)'

Iconic post-punk band Pink Turns Blue has announced that their new 'Black Swan' album will be released in February on limited edition vinyl, CD and digitally via Orden Records. Ahead of that, they present the single 'Black Swan (But I Know There Is More to Life)', the only ballad on the album. Setting the tone for this album, this song offers ample fruit for thought to round out the yea, delving into profound questions about existence, reflecting on life’s purpose and contemplating what makes for a meaningful life and the beauty of the world.

After 2021's widely acclaimed ‘Tainted’ album, the companion 'Tainted Tour 2022' EPand successful American and European tours with often-sold-out concerts, the Berliners' new studio album will be followed by their 'Black Swan' tour, which sees them tour throughout Germany in April.

This new collection is aptly named 'Black Swan', a term used for an unexpected event that, in retrospect, is rationalized as if one could have prepared for it.

Formed in 1985 in the first generation of gothic rock and named after a Hüsker Dü song, Pink Turn Blue's debut album 'If Two Worlds Kiss' advanced the darkwave sub-genre while becoming a seminal post-punk album. Emerging from the fear and uncertainty of a divided Cold War Germany and inspired by Joy Division, The Sound and The Chameleons, they have since released a dozen full-length LPs and have become known for their trademark blend of post-punk, alternative rock and new wave.

Today made up of Mic Jogwer (vocals, guitar), Paul Richter (drums) and Luca Sammuri (bass), Pink Turns Blue has achieved pretty much everything an indie band could wish for - Album of the Year (Byte FM), Best Album of 2021 (Post-Punk.com), singles reaching number 1 in the German Alternative Charts and Indie Disco Top 40, excellent reviews in worldwide music press, well attended and sold-out club concerts spanning from Los Angeles to Yerevan.

"This first single is about pondering your goals in life. In the end, you will review what you have done with the time you were given. If you think the purpose was to enjoy life – did you do that? If you think your purpose was to be good and make the real world a better place – did you really try? If you think life doesn’t make any sense at all – why did you act like you did?  Some encounters and events leave an impression, while others made you aware of the beauty and the wonders this world," says Mic Jogwer.

"Maybe the only thing that really makes you wonder whether there is something divine at all is LOVE. So, did you make efforts to find or give love to someone special, your partner, your parents, kids, or someone in need?  Is it good to be good? Is it important to search for something deeper? Or am I just hopeless? Am I trying too hard?"

As of December 6, 'Black Swan (But I Know There Is More to Life)' is available everywhere online, including Apple Music, Spotify, and Bandcamp. February 28 brings the release of their 'Black Swan' album - digitally on all streaming platforms with limited-edition vinyl and CD editions now available for pre-order. Tickets for 2025 concerts can already be ordered at https://pinkturnsblue.com/ live-dates.

CREDITS
Music & words written by Mic Jogwer
(c) 2024 ORDEN Publishing (Gema)
(p) 2024 ORDEN Records
Recorded by Pink Turns Blue at White House Studios in Chorin
Label code 13886
EAN 4872343135437

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THROATCUT. - Share Video For New Single

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BAND SHARES NEW SINGLE AND VIDEO "HEREDITARY."

THROATCUT. intricately weaves a narrative of personal struggle, resilience, and raw authenticity. Emerging from the ashes of a previous project, the band was born out of a desire to pursue a more visceral, authentic and unfiltered creative vision. THROATCUT.’s music delves deep into an odyssey of confronting external adversaries and internal demons, resonating with themes of defiance, vulnerability, and redemption in an ambivalent world of freedom and dependence. Their fearless storytelling and immersive soundscapes create a cathartic experience, allowing listeners to explore the darker, often hidden corners of the human emotion.

Watch the video below.

Stream + download here.

Our Mirage - Share Video For New Single

German metalcore powerhouse Our Mirage has unleashed their latest single, "Fractured," a track that promises to resonate with fans through its intense blend of raw emotion and crushing instrumentals. Known for their heartfelt lyrics and dynamic soundscapes, Our Mirage continues to push the boundaries of the genre, delivering a song that explores themes of personal struggle and resilience.

Accompanied by a visually striking music video, "Fractured" is poised to become a new anthem for fans navigating the complexities of modern life. The single is now available on all major streaming platforms, with the music video streaming on YouTube. Stay tuned for more updates from Our Mirage as they continue to dominate the metalcore scene!

Watch the video below.

Stream + download here.

No Cure Share "Hang Me From the Bible Belt" Video — WATCH // Band Drops EP Today

 NO CURE — comprised of Blaythe Steuer [vocals], Aesop Mongo [guitar], Kyle Ray [guitar], Jake Murnane [bass], and Duncan Newey [drums] — have dropped their concept EP I Hope I Die Here , December 6, via SharpTone Records. Grab the eight-track EP here, which will include a limited run of double 7" vinyl, cassettes, and a CD. 

Today, they have shared the video for "Hang Me From the Bible Belt," which features Gideon's Daniel McWhorter. Watch it below.

"I am so proud of this song," says Steuer. "I sat on the intro riff for a couple years and I'm so happy it finally found its place. This song came together so well and it says what I've needed to say my whole life. Thank you so much to Dan singing on this with us."

On the EP, the band delivers an inimitable hybrid of gritty basement-bred hardcore boosted by death metal proficiency and explosive unpredictability. The EP also features guests on every track. All features are highlighted in the track listing below. "Every track features someone that has made an undeniable mark on Alabama hardcore over the years," the band explains about inviting so many of its friends to contribute to the release. "We do not expect you to recognize every name on this record, and that's the point."

As for the EP as a whole, the band has stated, "I Hope I Die Here is a love letter to Alabama and the Southeastern experience. It is an acknowledgment of suffering, and a proclamation of strength. This record is conceptually driven and more musically diverse than our previous EPs, on purpose. There is a distinct reason for each song to exist. We approach many topics, including what it's like to grow up under the boot of religion, fraternity culture, the dark side of a beloved landmark, local ecological exploitation, and more. We do not believe the world needs any more songs about how craaaaaazyyy of a guy you are, how much you hate your town, or how your ex was such a *checks notes* bitch for breaking up with you because you cheated on her."

Expect more from No Cure in 2025.

BUMBLEFOOT…RETURNS! With New Album Out January 24, 2025

Renowned guitarist and composer Ron 'BUMBLEFOOT' Thal is back with a brand-new instrumental album, 'Bumblefoot ...Returns!', set for release on January 24, 2025. Thirty years after his debut solo instrumental album, BUMBLEFOOT revisits his roots with a 14-track masterpiece that spans genres from metal to orchestral to blues.

The album’s opening track, “Simon in Space,” serves as its first single, delivering an electrifying ride through chaos and intensity. The single is available for streaming HERE. In addition to the single, an animated music video created by BUMBLEFOOT and animator Radek Grabinski is also available, as well as a retro-inspired video game, which is coming soon.

Watch the Animated Music Video for "Simon in Space" Below

Reflecting on the single, BUMBLEFOOT shared:

“From an early age, my passions were guitar and astrophysics, cosmology – the song ‘Simon in Space’ merges the two. Simon is my cat haha, that's him featured in the artwork.”

Soon fans will be able to immerse themselves in a retro-inspired video game based on the single. More details will be announced soon.

'Bumblefoot ...Returns!' features collaborations with iconic musicians, including Brian May, Steve Vai, Guthrie Govan, Derek Sherinian, Jerry Gaskill, and others, showcasing BUMBLEFOOT’s innovative guitar techniques, such as his signature fretless guitar and "thimble technique."

On the album, BUMBLEFOOT shared:

“It’s been 30 years since releasing the debut 'Adventures of Bumblefoot' on Shrapnel Records, and I haven’t done a fully instrumental album since. Working on Whom Gods Destroy's album inspired growling heavy fretless parts like ‘Simon in Space’. Watching a blues documentary inspired ‘Moonshine Hootenanny.’ Losing loved ones led to writing 'Funeral March.' Songs become a soundtrack to our lives.”

The album is available for pre-order now on vinyl, CD, and cassette, with exclusive merch bundles at bumblefoot.com.

About BUMBLEFOOT:

Ron 'Bumblefoot' Thal is a celebrated guitarist, producer, composer, and educator with a career spanning over 30 years. Known for his groundbreaking techniques, Bumblefoot has performed with Guns N' Roses, Asia, Sons of Apollo, Whom Gods Destroy, and more.

Bumblefoot is an adjunct professor, international cultural ambassador, philanthropist, and hot sauce entrepreneur, whose work has been featured in TV, film, and video games, including VH1’s That Metal Show.



For more information, exclusive merch, and album pre-orders, visit bumblefoot.com.

Ashley McBryde Rides Toward the Spirit of the West with "Ain't Enough Cowboy Songs"

Lauded as “one of the best artists in present-day country” by Stereogum, Ashley McBryde releases an ode to the spirit of the west and the values that shaped it with “Ain’t Enough Cowboy Songs,” available now via Warner Music Nashville. Listen below.
 
“Cowboys are the ones doing what needs to be done before it is an emergency,” McBryde shared with Cowboys & Indians. “If you would simply be where you are, do what you say you’re gonna do and mean what you say when you say it, it would simplify a lot of things.”
 
Produced by John Osborne, “Ain’t Enough Cowboy Songs” swells with longing from the very first stroke across the fiddle strings – a fitting introduction as McBryde and cowriters Chris Harris and Patrick Savage explored a shared sense of something missing, along with a desire for meaning and reconnection in a changing world.
 
“This one was all about where we live and the genre we love and realizing that the horse I rode in on got put out to pasture,” McBryde explained. “Instead of us saying, ‘Work ethic’s out the window, stick-to-it code’s pretty much dead and idealism is gone,’ it was easier to say that by saying there is no wild out west. That’s all gone.”

Next week, McBryde will head to Las Vegas where she will join 23-time Women’s Professional Rodeo Association World Champion Roper Jackie Crawford for a Q&A session at Ariat’s Las Vegas brand shop on Thursday, Dec. 12, followed by an acoustic performance. Additional details available HERE.
 
On Friday, Dec. 13, she will perform with Cody Johnson at MGM Grand Garden Arena before joining him for his Leather Deluxe Tour in 2025 among festival dates at Stagecoach, Country Thunder Arizona, Country Thunder Florida, Country Thunder Wisconsin and more. For tickets and additional information, visit AshleyMcBryde.com.
 
Ashley McBryde Tour Dates
 
Jan. 16             State Theatre of Ithaca // Ithaca, NY
Jan. 23             Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts // Bloomington, IL
Jan. 30             Long Center for the Performing Arts // Lafayette, IN
Feb. 20            Capitol Theatre // Wheeling, WV
April 12           Country Thunder Arizona // Florence, AZ
April 26           Stagecoach Festival // Indio, CA                
May 4              Country Thunder Florida // Kissimmee, FL
June 26            Country Stampede // Topeka, KS
July 18            Country Thunder Wisconsin // Twin Lakes, WI
July 25            Night In The Country Music Festival // Yerington, NV
Aug. 2             Big Valley Jamboree
Aug. 7             WE Fest // Detroit Lakes, MN
Aug. 15           Country Thunder Alberta // Calgary, AB
 
Ashley McBryde Tour Dates with Cody Johnson
 
Dec. 13            MGM Grand Garden Arena // Las Vegas, NV
Jan. 17             Prudential Center // Newark, NJ
Jan. 18             John Paul Jones Arena // Charlottesville, VA
Jan. 24             Enterprise Center // St. Louis, MO
Jan. 25             Vibrant Arena at the Mark // Moline, IL
Jan. 31             Fiserv Forum // Milwaukee, WI
Feb. 1              Ford Center // Evansville, IN
Feb. 15            Bridgestone Arena // Nashville, TN
Feb. 21            Keybank Center // Buffalo, NY
Feb. 22            Heritage Bank Center // Cincinnati, OH
May 2              PNC Music Pavilion // Charlotte, NC
May 3              Credit One Stadium // Charleston, SC
 
About Ashley McBryde
GRAMMY, CMA and ACM award winner Ashley McBryde cut her teeth playing country songs in biker bars – and it shows. The Grand Ole Opry member’s 2018 major label debut Girl Going Nowhere (Warner Music Nashville) charmed The New York Times, NPR, Rolling Stone, Paste, The Washington Post and more, all en route to landing a GRAMMY nomination for Best Country Album. McBryde closed out 2019 with ACM New Female Artist, CMT Breakout Artist, a New Artist of the Year win at the 53rd Annual CMA Awards and two nominations for the 2020 GRAMMYs for Best Country Song and Best Country Solo Performance for “Girl Goin’ Nowhere.” Follow-up Never Will was tagged by Rolling Stone as one of the most anticipated of the year alongside NPR, who also ranked her Top 10 RIAA Platinum-Certified single “One Night Standards” as one of the best songs of 2019. The album earned McBryde a 2021 GRAMMY nomination for Best Country Album, making Never Will the only album nominated for Country Album of the Year by the ACMs, CMAs and the Recording Academy in the same award season. Her GRAMMY-winning duet with Carly Pearce, “Never Wanted To Be That Girl,” went all the way to No. 1 and earned McBryde and Pearce the ACM and CMA award for Musical Event of the Year. McBryde was honored with the 2022 CMA International Artist Achievement Award for the most significant creative growth, development and promotion of the country music industry outside of the United States. Her collaborative project Ashley McBryde Presents: Lindeville earned McBryde her third consecutive GRAMMY nomination for Best Country Album, making her a six-time nominee. Her latest album The Devil I Know was released to critical acclaim, earning a title as one of the best country albums of the year from Rolling Stone, Billboard, Slate, PASTE, Holler and more, with McBryde currently nominated for CMA Female Vocalist of the Year, marking her fifth nod in the category. Hailed as “country’s most down-to-earth songwriter” by The New York Times, McBryde offers poetic nostalgia with “Ain’t Enough Cowboy Songs,” available now. The Arkansas native joins Cody Johnson’s Leather Deluxe Tour through spring 2025 among festival performances at Country Thunder Arizona, Stagecoach and WE Fest. For more information, visit Ashley McBryde.com or follow her on Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok and YouTube.

THE HALO EFFECT - drop video for 'Cruel Perception'

THE HALO EFFECT have unveiled the stunning video for the third single from the highly anticipated album March Of The Unheard, set for release on January 10, 2025, via Nuclear Blast.

The new single is an anthemic masterpiece, driven by soaring melodic guitars and THE HALO EFFECT’s unmistakable signature sound. Capturing the very essence of Gothenburg’s melodic death metal legacy, the track delivers a powerful blend of haunting melodies and crushing intensity, cementing the band’s place as modern torchbearers of the genre.

The accompanying video takes fans on an immersive journey through the streets of their hometown, Gothenburg. With sweeping visuals and a raw, heartfelt connection to their roots, the video is both a tribute to the city that shaped them and a striking visual complement to the single’s energy and emotion.
 

Guitar wizard and main songwriter Niclas Engelin comments:
"'Cruel Perception' is packed with guitar harmonies and melodies that sprung from my noodling on the acoustic guitar in the living room one late night with a coffee in hand, which turned out to be a true Melodic Death Metal anthem. It's funny how some songs turn out in the end from late night acoustic guitar noodling to full on Melodic Death Metal, but that's the beauty with Halo, you never know how it's going to sound in the end with everybody's magic in the studio. We hope you will enjoy this song as much as we do and we just can't wait to play this song live for you all! "
 

Check out the video below:
Listen to the song on all platforms: https://thehaloeffect.bfan.link/cpsg
Pre-order the album: https://thehaloeffect.bfan.link/motulp

THE HALO EFFECT is:
Niclas Engelin | guitar
Jesper Strömblad | guitar
Mikael Stanne | vocals
Peter Iwers | bass
Daniel Svensson | drums

ELLIS MANO BAND Announces New Album 'MORPH' Out February 21, 2025 via SPV Recordings

Multinational blues-rock institution ELLIS MANO BAND has announced their new album 'MORPH' for February 21, 2025 via SPV Recordings.

With 'MORPH', the ELLIS MANO BAND presents a multi-faceted, coherent opus.

“It is more than just an album for us - it's our next big step, our musical diploma,“ says the band. "We are excited to share these new sonic worlds with our fans, both on record and live!” 

With songs like the epic "Countdown To Nothing" and the powerful anthem "For All I Care", the band invites their listeners to join in on an intense journey through the evolution of our sound. 'MORPH' represents change and growth – a transformation reflected in every track. Energized riffs meet unexpected, quiet moments, creating a listening experience full of tension and depth. The artwork by Canadian album design legend Hugh Syme (Rush, Aerosmith, Bon Jovi…) perfectly captures this essence and symbolizes the spirit of 'MORPH'.

With several top 2 rankings in the Swiss album charts and excellent reactions from critics, the ELLIS MANO BAND continues on its path and will keep on delivering music at its best - timeless and 100% handmade!

In conjunction with this announcement, today, the band released their new single "Stray" alongside a brand new lyric video available below.

Watch the Lyric Video For "Stray"

"'Stray' is a song that speaks deeply from the heart – inspired by all the dogs that remain unwaveringly loyal despite disappointment and pain," says the band.

"Chris Ellis, our singer, who has adopted street dogs himself, wanted to tell the story of an animal that continually seeks love but is left alone time and again. ‘Stray’ shows what true, unconditional loyalty means and reminds us that everyone deserves a home. It’s a musical call to give these strays a second chance." 

The video for the single was created in cooperation with VETO, the association of European animal welfare organizations. The non-profit limited company, which is committed to the welfare of shelter and street animals, provided the ELLIS MANO BAND with the film material used for the music clip.

Pre-Order 'MORPH' HERE

The first public airing of ELLIS MANO BAND’s fourth album 'MORPH' was performed during their support slot to rock legends Deep Purple, on their German tour in July 2024. The record features eleven tracks, including "For All I Care", which was one of the highlights in their set supporting the British rock legends. Powerful and characterised by tempo changes, it is a contemporary, modernised homage to the essence of classic rock from the late 1960s to the end of the 1970s. A quiet acoustic interlude is thrown in for good measure. A definite nod to the unforgotten Old School. Compositional sophistication, variety and incredible playing are the hallmarks of the Anglo-American sound of the ELLIS MANO BAND. So it was only logical to engage a global great for the cover art. The cartridge with the broken tip and flowers growing in ist case was realised by Canadian album design legend Hugh Syme (Aerosmith, Bon Jovi, Dream Theater, Iron Maiden, Kiss, Rush and many more). The music is just as impressive. It shows how the ELLIS MANO BAND continues its development in line with the album title.

Legendary artwork designer Hugh Syme comments on ELLIS MANO BAND's 'MORPH':

"I have always been motivated and inspired to bring a compelling, and (usually) improbable visual solution to those album covers I create for bands whose music, composition, performance and production I truly respect. Such is the case with the ELLIS MANO BAND. Thank you to Thomas Hammerl for bringing us together! All the best with the launch of the new 'MORPH' album project."

Bloodywood Team Up with BABYMETAL for New Single "Bekhauf"

Bloodywood, torchbearers and metal barrier-breakers hailing from India, share the new video today for new single "Bekhauf," featuring fellow international superstars BABYMETAL. Watch the video below.
 
An incredible cultural collision takes place on "Bekhauf." The track layers Bloodywood's gloriously gruff vocals and Indian folk sonic nuances with the sweetly melodic vocals of Japan's BABYMETAL. The hyper fast riffing and ferocious breakdown will incite moshpits and non-stop headbanging. Ultimately, the song reminds us that hard rock/metal is a universal language and welcoming to all styles, ethnicities, and genders. And that's truly a beautiful and brutal thing!
 
"'Bekhauf' means 'fearless' in Hindi," explains the band. "It was born out of the realization that fear can be seen as a choice, and that choice is our own. It's about using this knowledge to take control of our fears and eliminate the side of them that holds us back."
 
Bloodywood continue, "It also marks our first ever collaboration. We've been waiting to find the right artists to work with and when the possibility of the BABYMETAL collab emerged, we knew it was time. We were all fans of their music, but were still surprised by the level of synergy we managed to achieve on the track. It's a trilingual song and features English, Hindi. and Japanese, BABYMETAL even sang some parts in Hindi. but we think you can feel the message regardless and that's a testament to this synergy."
 
The band finishes, "The fact that we tied it all together by creating an anime/video game hybrid video pushes everything to the next level. This is a piece of Asian metal history and we're proud to share it with the world."

Bloodywood also announced this week the continuation of their RETURN OF THE SINGH tour their May 2025 Japanese tour, with pre-sale tickets going on sale this week. Dates are here.

This is a continuation of their rapidly selling extensive UK and European tour in February and March 2025. All dates are here.
  
Bloodywood — comprised of Karan Katiyar, Jayant Bhadula, and Raoul Kerr — craft hard-hitting yet modern folk metal sound has made the world sit up, take notice, show up, and sing along. The band recently announced its worldwide signing to Fearless Records and shared the music/video for the song "Nu Delhi," which offers some insight into the band's history, as well as its home city. Watch the video for the trilingual track, which has accrued over 3 million streams in just 7 weeks, here.    
 
Bloodywood first caught the attention of the internet with their YouTube channel, when multi-instrumentalist, producer, and composer Katiyar and vocalist Bhadula were about to get deadly serious about their craft. Bolstered by the support they were getting, Bloodywood dropped "Ari Ari" in 2018. A Punjabi folk song made famous in the early 2000s remix boom in India by hip-hop act Bombay Rockers, Bloodywood pushed it further with help from the gritty New Delhi-based conscious hip-hop artist/rapper Raoul Kerr. 
 
With the additional accessibility from Kerr's English rap verses, Katiyar's inimitable flute melody, and Bhadula's powerful vocals, the band's first original song "Jee Veerey" dropped in 2018 and brought a flood of praise from around the world. With this release, the band discovered its sound and message. Songs like "Endurant" (an anti-bullying anthem) and "Machi Bhasad (Expect A Riot)" arrived in 2019 saw Bloodywood level up, adding Kerr as a full-time member. "We're trying to push the limits of the impact that music can have on the world," says Kerr. "Whether it's the battles within or the fight for a better world, our sound is meant to bring everyone together and win."
 
Joined on tour by drummer Vishesh Singh (a fixture since their early days), bassist Roshan Roy (a seasoned figure in New Delhi's indie music scene) and dhol player Sarthak Pahwa, Bloodywood took their music out of the studio and to concerts across Europe, UK and Russia for their first-ever tour.  The sold-out "Raj Against The Machine Tour" in 2019 was proof that an Indian metal band’s global online following would convert into packed venues. 
 
Even a global pandemic couldn't stop the juggernaut that was Bloodywood — "Yaad," released in early 2020 had deepened their storytelling. The band followed it up in late 2021 with "Gaddaar," taking aim at how politicians use religion to gain votes. Songs like "Aaj" and "Dana Dan" (the latter rallying against rape culture) built up to the release of their debut self-released album Rakshak in 2022. It was important to them to keep fighting the good fight, whether it was against one's closely-held inner demons or the decaying standards of global governance. It earned them a nomination for Best International Breakthrough Artist at the Heavy Music Awards in 2022. 

Bloodywood went on to perform to packed crowds and at major global festivals — from Lollapalooza India, Download Festival, Bloodstock (UK), Hellfest (France), Summer Breeze (Germany) to Brutal Assault (Czechia), to Fuji Rock (Japan) and American mainstays like Louder Than Life and Aftershock.
  
In 2024, "Dana Dan" even made it to a pivotal sequence in the Jordan Peele-produced action movie Monkey Man, directed by and starring Dev Patel. 
Now, after more than a year of chipping away at their new material, Bloodywood are ready to unleash to the world their second album in the first part of 2025 showing the depth and power of Indian Folk Metal.

LYLVC Share New Song "XXX" — Watch + Listen

Alt band LYLVC (pronounced "Lilac") have returned with one of the most tempting rock songs they've ever crafted with "XXX." 

Dual-vocalists Alyse Zavala and Oscar Romero are showcasing their best, most complimentary give-and-take of their careers, producing some of the most melodic hooks and heavy-hitting surprises they've released so far. 

Watch the lyric video and listen to the track below.

On their explicitly titled, "XXX," Zavala offers, "I think this song is soooo sexy... I wanted to write the lyrics from the perspective of a woman who is so powerful that she feeds off of the sexual energy of all her followers. The sex is so good that it messes with their head and they won't realize it until it is way too late and they are too addicted to leave. I purposely made the chorus into a chant so that everyone can feed off the energy and feel the air in the room tighten together. This winter release is about to get HOT!! XOXO."

For a high-energy show that is only matched by the band's flair for technological expertise in visuals, you can catch LYLVC on the road this December in the U.S. with A Killer's Confession and Gemini Syndrome's Aaron Nordstrom. The band will also serve as the special guest on the epic Life of Agony x Biohazard co-headline tour of Europe in February and March. All dates are below.

As Zavala is a professional hacker, her dedication to utilizing every tool at her disposal to create an unforgettable live performance, creates a supremely futuristic atmosphere that is truly something to behold. 

Don't say we didn’t warn you — LYLVC are out to prove that hard work translates into perfected results. Strategic, charismatic, and multi-talented, the members of LYLVC simply have a bit more to offer than the average rock artist.

LYLVC ON TOUR:
WITH A KILLER'S CONFESSION + GEMINI SYNDROME'S AARON NORDSTROM:
12/6 — Baltimore, MD — Zen West
12/7 — Jacksonville, NC — Hooligans Live Music Hall
12/8 — Greensboro, NC — Hangar 1819
12/10 — Knoxville, TN — Open Chord Music
12/11 — Atlanta, GA — Altar At the Masquerade
12/13 — Tampa, FL — Orpheum
12/15 — Ft. Wayne, IN — Piere's 
12/17 — Bloomington, IL — The Castle Theatre
12/18 — Grand Rapids, MI — Stache at the Intersection
12/19 — Joliet, IL — The Forge
12/20 — Flint, MI — The Machine Shop
12/21 — Columbus, OH — The King of Clubs
12/22 — Lakewood, OH — Mercury Music Lounge

Check out LYLVC's previously released tracks including, "Into Nothing," "Perfect Drug," "Undertow," and "Crawl Space." And ICYMI: See Zavala kill it as a contestant on FOX's Don't Forget The Lyrics!

ABOUT LYLVC:
LYLVC (pronounced "lilac") is a band based out of Raleigh, NC that incorporates a male rapper and a female singer, and fuses rock, hip-hop, and alternative into a fluid and fiery hybrid of styles that is unpredictable as well as undeniable. In 2024, LYLVC completed U.S. tours with Pop Evil, Fame on Fire, Atreyu, and Point North, and plans to tour with A Killer's Confession and Aaron Nordstrom of Gemini Syndrome this December 2024. LYLVC have developed an insanely energetic show reputation, touring and sharing stages with other acts such as New Years Day, Saint Asonia, P.O.D, From Ashes to New, Fire From the Gods, and more. Their upcoming single "XXX" was recorded at Howard Benson's West Valley Studios with Mike Plotnikoff and Joe Rickard who have produced artists such as Three Days Grace, My Chemical Romance, Seether, Halestorm, Papa Roach, etc.  LYLVC also just finished writing and recording new music with Producer Kane Churko who has written many Rock hits for the bands In This Moment, Bad Omens, Five Finger Death Punch, etc. and plans to release this new music soon in 2025 with more upcoming tour announcements.

Award-Winning Rock Legends THE CALLING Release Music Video for New Single "Stand Up Now" ​

Award-winning rock legends The Calling are officially back, releasing the music video for their new single "Stand Up Now"! This marks the band’s first music video in over 20 years, a significant milestone as they re-emerge into the music scene.

"We are SO excited and proud to release our first music video in over 20 years! Creating this video for our new single 'Stand Up' was a labor of love, and we want to thank our fans in Brazil for helping us make it happen!" the band said in a statement.

"This is a gift to all our loyal fans worldwide, and it's JUST the beginning! Many more new singles, music videos, and our full-length NEW ALBUM will be released next year, 2025. The Calling is back, baby!"

Fans can stream the music video on YouTube and major platforms now. Keep an eye out for more updates as the band gears up for an exciting 2025.

STREAM "Stand Up Now"

https://tlgent.ffm.to/thecalling-stand-up-now

Formed in 1999, The Calling quickly ascended the ranks of radio rock with their distinctive blend of catchy melodies and heartfelt lyrics. Their debut album Camino Palmero sold more than 10 million copies worldwide and went Platinum in the U.S. and 50+ countries, catapulting the teen rockers to international fame with hits like "Wherever You Will Go" and "Adrienne," while touting 7 number one singles worldwide.

After a 20-year hiatus, The Calling returns to the forefront of the music scene, poised to captivate listeners once again. With a renewed sense of purpose and creativity, the band is set to unveil their long-awaited new music, promising a sonic journey that will resonate deeply with both loyal fans and newcomers alike. Driven by the powerful, distinct vocals of Alex Band and the masterful instrumentation of guitarist Daniel Damico and Grammy-nominated bassist Dom Liberati, The Calling's comeback is nothing short of extraordinary. Each note and lyric carry the weight of two decades of growth and experience, resulting in a musical tapestry that is both timeless and contemporary.

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